Moonflower **Live Plant** (Datura inoxia)
Moonflower **Live Plant** (Datura inoxia)
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Datura inoxia, or Moonflower, is a tender perennial with large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom at dusk, releasing a sweet scent to attract moths. Its gray-green leaves and spiky seed pods add texture to gardens or pots. Used in traditional medicine for pain relief and rituals, this potent plant requires careful handling.
Product Details
- Variety: Moonflower (Datura inoxia), Thorn Apple
- Quantity: 1 live plant, 2–12 inches tall, in a 4-inch pot
Growing Information
- Growth Type: Annual or tender perennial, hardy in USDA zones 9–11
- Sunlight: Full sun; tolerates light shade
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy; thrives in poor soils
- Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Height/Spread: 3–5 ft tall, 3–4 ft wide
- Planting Instructions: Plant after last frost, spacing 3 ft apart in a sunny bed or large pot.
Care Instructions
Water regularly until established, then sparingly. Deadhead flowers to prevent invasive spread. Handle with gloves to avoid skin irritation. Prune lightly to shape. Thrives with minimal care in dry conditions.
Caution
Highly toxic! All parts contain alkaloids that can cause severe poisoning, hallucinations, or death if ingested.
Disclaimer: Plants and seeds are for ornamental or gardening use only, not for consumption or medicinal purposes. Some may be toxic or allergenic if ingested or mishandled. Keep out of reach of children, pets, and livestock. Buyers are responsible for proper use, storage, and compliance with local laws (e.g., USDA regulations). Seller is not liable for any injury, damage, or loss from use or misuse. Planting results may vary. By purchasing, you accept these terms.
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